2009 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Subaru XT
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru XT would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1988 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1988 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | XT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
